Why is documentation important?
What will be an ideal response?
An unwritten rule states that if a service or procedure is not documented, it was not performed. Therefore, no payment can be made on the claim. Complete and accurate documentation is critical to support the medical necessity of services provided.
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Anterior cord syndrome is caused by which of the following mechanisms?
A) Tearing of the anterior cord due to hyperextension mechanisms B) Disruption of arterial blood supply to the anterior cord C) Laceration of the anterior cord caused by bone fragments D) Contusion of the anterior cord caused by blunt trauma
An EMT with your service states that he desires to become a paramedic because he wants to provide advanced care. Under the National EMS Scope of Practice Model, which one of the following will he be able to provide as a paramedic that he cannot provide as an EMT?
A) Automated blood pressure monitoring B) Emergency childbirth C) Interfacility transports D) Advanced patient assessment
A 17-year-old boy has fallen from a tree. He is not very coherent and cannot stand. Based on the mechanism of injury, what should you assume?
A. He is likely to have a head injury, which can lead to psychogenic shock. B. Since he is young, his heart will pump faster to compensate for any shock, so no treatment is needed. C. There is internal bleeding, which can lead to hypovolemic shock. D. A pulmonary embolism caused obstructive shock, leading to the fall.
_____________ is the destruction of microorganisms by heat or chemical means. Spores usually are not destroyed by disinfection
A. Sporicidals C. Antisepsis B. Disinfection D. Cobalt 60 radiation